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Integrate with pub.dev for streamlined package discovery, version control, and dependency analysis in Dart and Flutter p

Integrates with pub.dev to enable package discovery, version management, dependency analysis, and documentation retrieval for Dart and Flutter development workflows.

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No API key neededBuilt-in 5-minute intelligent caching6 comprehensive package management tools

best for

  • / Dart and Flutter developers managing dependencies
  • / Package maintenance and version updates
  • / Evaluating packages before adding to projects
  • / Documentation research and package analysis

capabilities

  • / Search pub.dev packages with advanced filters
  • / Get detailed package information and statistics
  • / Check for package updates and compare versions
  • / Analyze dependencies between package versions
  • / Retrieve documentation and changelogs
  • / Track version history and release dates

what it does

Connects to pub.dev to search, analyze, and manage Dart/Flutter packages directly from your AI assistant. Provides package information, version comparisons, dependency analysis, and documentation access.

about

pub.dev is a community-built MCP server published by devqxi that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. Integrate with pub.dev for streamlined package discovery, version control, and dependency analysis in Dart and Flutter p It is categorized under developer tools. This server exposes 6 tools that AI clients can invoke during conversations and coding sessions.

how to install

You can install pub.dev in your AI client of choice. Use the install panel on this page to get one-click setup for Cursor, Claude Desktop, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients. This server runs locally on your machine via the stdio transport. This server supports remote connections over HTTP, so no local installation is required.

license

MIT

pub.dev is released under the MIT license. This is a permissive open-source license, meaning you can freely use, modify, and distribute the software.

readme

Pub.dev MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for pub.dev, the official package repository for Dart and Flutter.
It allows AI assistants to search, analyze, and retrieve detailed information about Dart/Flutter packages.

<a href="https://glama.ai/mcp/servers/@devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server"> <img width="380" height="200" src="https://glama.ai/mcp/servers/@devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server/badge" alt="Pub.dev Server MCP server" /> </a>

✨ Features

  • 🔍 Package Search – Advanced filtering & sorting
  • 📦 Package Information – Metadata, dependencies, statistics
  • 🔄 Version Management – Check updates, compare versions, track history
  • 📚 Documentation Access – README, changelog, examples, API docs
  • Caching – Built-in 5-minute intelligent cache
  • 🛠 Dependency Analysis – Compare dependencies between versions

📦 Installation

NPM (Recommended)

npm install -g @devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server

From Source

git clone https://github.com/devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server.git
cd pubdev-mcp-server
npm install
npm run build
npm run start

⚙️ Configuration

Claude Desktop

  1. Locate your configuration file:

    • Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
    • macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
    • Linux: ~/.config/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
  2. Add:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pubdev": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["@devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server"]
    }
  }
}
  1. Restart Claude Desktop.

Local Build Example:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pubdev": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["/path/to/pubdev-mcp-server/dist/pubdev-mcp.js"]
    }
  }
}

Other MCP Clients:

npx @devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server

🛠 Available Tools

ToolDescriptionKey Parameters
get_package_infoRetrieve package metadata, stats, dependencies, publisherspackageName
search_packagesSearch with filters and sortingquery, sort, page
check_package_updatesCheck if updates are availablepackageName, currentVersion
get_package_versionsGet version historypackageName, limit
get_documentation_changesGet README, changelog, examples, API docspackageName, version, docType
compare_package_versionsCompare dependencies & changes between versionspackageName, fromVersion, toVersion

📖 Example Commands

  • Search Packages
    "Search for state management packages sorted by popularity"

  • Package Details
    "Get information about the flutter_bloc package"

  • Check Updates
    "Check if provider has updates from version 6.0.0"

  • Get Docs
    "Get the changelog for dio version 4.0.0"

  • Compare Versions
    "Compare dependencies between http 2.0.0 and 3.0.0"


💻 Development

git clone https://github.com/devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server.git
cd pubdev-mcp-server
npm install
npm run build
npm run start

Test with MCP Inspector:

npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector npx @devqxi/pubdev-mcp-server

🌐 API Reference

  • https://pub.dev/api/packages/{package}
  • https://pub.dev/api/search
  • https://pub.dev/api/packages/{package}/versions
  • https://pub.dev/packages/{package}/{version}/{doc-type}

🛡 Error Handling

  • Graceful handling of network & API failures
  • Clear errors for invalid/non-existent packages
  • Built-in delays for respectful rate limiting
  • Detailed validation messages for malformed requests

🤝 Contributing

  1. Fork & branch (git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature)
  2. Install deps (npm install)
  3. Build & test (npm run build && npm test)
  4. Commit & push (git commit -m 'Add feature' && git push)
  5. Open a Pull Request

📜 License

MIT – See LICENSE


📢 Support


🆕 Changelog

v1.0.0

  • Initial release
  • All major pub.dev API endpoints supported
  • Caching & error handling implemented
  • Full MCP protocol compliance

FAQ

What is the pub.dev MCP server?
pub.dev is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server profile on explainx.ai. MCP lets AI hosts (e.g. Claude Desktop, Cursor) call tools and resources through a standard interface; this page summarizes categories, install hints, and community ratings.
How do MCP servers relate to agent skills?
Skills are reusable instruction packages (often SKILL.md); MCP servers expose live capabilities. Teams frequently combine both—skills for workflows, MCP for APIs and data. See explainx.ai/skills and explainx.ai/mcp-servers for parallel directories.
How are reviews shown for pub.dev?
This profile displays 59 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.4 out of 5—verify behavior in your own environment before production use.

Use Cases

Extended AI Capabilities

Add new capabilities to Claude beyond text generation

Example

Access external data sources, execute code, interact with tools and services

Transform Claude from chatbot to action-taking agent

Context Enhancement

Provide Claude with access to relevant context and data

Example

Load project documentation, access knowledge bases, query databases

Get more accurate, context-aware responses

Workflow Automation

Automate multi-step workflows combining AI and external tools

Example

Research → Summarize → Create document → Send notification

Complete complex tasks end-to-end without manual steps

Implementation Guide

Prerequisites

  • Claude Desktop 0.7.0+ or Cursor IDE with MCP support
  • Basic understanding of MCP architecture and capabilities
  • Access credentials for integrated services (if required)
  • Willingness to experiment and iterate on configuration

Time Estimate

15-60 minutes depending on server complexity

Installation Steps

  1. 1.Install MCP server: npm install -g [package-name] or via GitHub
  2. 2.Add server configuration to ~/.claude/mcp.json
  3. 3.Provide required credentials and configuration
  4. 4.Restart Claude Desktop to load new server
  5. 5.Test basic functionality with simple prompts
  6. 6.Explore capabilities and experiment with use cases
  7. 7.Document successful patterns for reuse

Troubleshooting

  • MCP server not loading: Check config syntax, verify installation
  • Connection errors: Check network, firewall, credentials
  • Feature not working: Read server docs, check required parameters
  • Performance issues: Monitor resource usage, check for network latency
  • Conflicts with other servers: Check port assignments, namespace collisions

Best Practices

✓ Do

  • +Read server documentation thoroughly before setup
  • +Start with simple use cases to validate functionality
  • +Test in non-production environment first
  • +Monitor resource usage and performance
  • +Keep servers updated for bug fixes and new features
  • +Document configuration for team members
  • +Use environment variables for sensitive configuration

✗ Don't

  • Don't grant overly permissive access to MCP servers
  • Don't skip reading security considerations in docs
  • Don't expose sensitive data without proper controls
  • Don't run untrusted MCP servers without code review
  • Don't ignore error messages—investigate root cause

💡 Pro Tips

  • Combine multiple MCP servers for powerful workflows
  • Create custom MCP servers for your specific needs
  • Share successful configurations with team
  • Use MCP inspector for debugging
  • Join MCP community for tips and troubleshooting

Technical Details

Architecture

Model Context Protocol standardizes how AI hosts (Claude, Cursor) communicate with external tools and data sources through server implementations.

Protocols

  • Model Context Protocol (MCP)
  • JSON-RPC 2.0
  • stdio or HTTP transport

Compatibility

  • Claude Desktop
  • Cursor IDE
  • Custom MCP clients

When to Use This

✓ Use When

Use when you need Claude to access external data, execute actions, or integrate with tools. Best for extending AI capabilities beyond conversation.

✗ Avoid When

Avoid when native integrations exist (use official APIs directly), for real-time critical systems, or when security/compliance requires zero external dependencies.

Integration

  • Tool composition: Chain multiple MCP tools in workflows
  • Context augmentation: Provide AI with relevant external data
  • Action delegation: Let AI execute tasks on external systems
  • Bidirectional sync: Keep AI context and external systems in sync

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4.459 reviews
  • Diya Robinson· Dec 28, 2024

    I recommend pub.dev for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.

  • Kwame Dixit· Dec 24, 2024

    pub.dev is a well-scoped MCP server in the explainx.ai directory — install snippets and categories matched our Claude Code setup.

  • Carlos Farah· Dec 24, 2024

    Strong directory entry: pub.dev surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.

  • Shikha Mishra· Dec 20, 2024

    I recommend pub.dev for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.

  • Hana Gupta· Dec 20, 2024

    pub.dev has been reliable for tool-calling workflows; the MCP profile page is a good permalink for internal docs.

  • Kwame Chawla· Dec 16, 2024

    We evaluated pub.dev against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.

  • Luis Srinivasan· Dec 12, 2024

    pub.dev reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.

  • Meera Li· Nov 27, 2024

    pub.dev reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.

  • Luis Mehta· Nov 15, 2024

    We wired pub.dev into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • Charlotte Smith· Nov 15, 2024

    pub.dev has been reliable for tool-calling workflows; the MCP profile page is a good permalink for internal docs.

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